Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

James Musa poses with kids on the field before the Phoenix Rising’s match at Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex on Sept. 5, 2018. Kynan Marlin/The Republic

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

James Musa poses with kids on the field before the Phoenix Rising’s match at Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex on Sept. 5, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising players participate in a moment of silence for the late John McCain before its game against the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC on Saturday night at Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex on Aug. 25, 2018. Kynan Marlin/The Republic

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Phoenix Rising players participate in a moment of silence for the late John McCain before its game against the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC on Saturday night at Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex on Aug. 25, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising’s Kevaughn Frater (51) laughs with kids as the teams take the field on Saturday night at Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex on Aug. 25, 2018. Kynan Marlin/The Republic

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Phoenix Rising’s Kevaughn Frater (51) laughs with kids as the teams take the field on Saturday night at Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex on Aug. 25, 2018.
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Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Phoenix Rising FC forward Chris Cortez reacts after scoring a goal on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising FC's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz/The Republic

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Phoenix Rising FC forward Chris Cortez reacts after scoring a goal on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising FC's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
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Phoenix Rising FC forward Jason Johnson attempts to take control of the ball on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising FC's 1-0 win against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz / The Republic

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Phoenix Rising FC forward Jason Johnson attempts to take control of the ball on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising FC's 1-0 win against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
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Phoenix Rising FC midfielder Kevon Lambert passes the ball on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising FC's 1-0 win against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz / The Republic

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Phoenix Rising FC midfielder Kevon Lambert passes the ball on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising FC's 1-0 win against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz / The Republic

Fans cheer on the Rising on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising FC's 1-0 win against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz / The Republic

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Fans cheer on the Rising on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising FC's 1-0 win against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz / The Republic

Fans cheer on the Rising on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising FC's 1-0 win against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz / The Republic

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Fans cheer on the Rising on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising FC's 1-0 win against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz / The Republic

Phoenix Rising FC forward Jason Johnson and Orange County SC defender Thomas Juel-Nielsen jump for the ball on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

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Phoenix Rising FC forward Jason Johnson and Orange County SC defender Thomas Juel-Nielsen jump for the ball on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Phoenix Rising FC defender Mike da Fonte (left) goes for a head butt on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

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Phoenix Rising FC defender Mike da Fonte (left) goes for a head butt on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Orange County SC goalkeeper Casey Beyers blocks a shot on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

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Orange County SC goalkeeper Casey Beyers blocks a shot on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Phoenix Rising FC forward Jason Johnson and Orange County SC defender Thomas Juel-Nielsen land a fall after fighting for the ball on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

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Phoenix Rising FC forward Jason Johnson and Orange County SC defender Thomas Juel-Nielsen land a fall after fighting for the ball on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Phoenix Rising FC forward Jason Johnson and Orange County SC defender Thomas Juel-Nielsen jump for the ball on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

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Phoenix Rising FC forward Jason Johnson and Orange County SC defender Thomas Juel-Nielsen jump for the ball on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Phoenix Rising FC forward Chris Cortez reacts after scoring a goal on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Phoenix Rising FC forward Chris Cortez reacts after scoring a goal on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Phoenix Rising FC defender Mike da Fonte (left) goes for a head butt on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Phoenix Rising FC defender Mike da Fonte (left) goes for a head butt on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Orange County SC goalkeeper Casey Beyers blocks a shot on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Orange County SC goalkeeper Casey Beyers blocks a shot on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Phoenix Rising FC forward Jason Johnson and Orange County SC defender Thomas Juel-Nielsen land a fall after fighting for the ball on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Phoenix Rising FC forward Jason Johnson and Orange County SC defender Thomas Juel-Nielsen land a fall after fighting for the ball on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Orange County SC goalkeeper Casey Beyers blocks a shot on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

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Orange County SC goalkeeper Casey Beyers blocks a shot on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

Phoenix Rising FC midfielder Gladson Awako drives the ball up the field on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona. Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

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Phoenix Rising FC midfielder Gladson Awako drives the ball up the field on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising F.C's matchup against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.
Brian Munoz, Brian Munoz / The Republic

A ball girl holds her nose during the match between Phoenix Rising FC and Las Vegas Lights FC at Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 in Tempe, Arizona. Billy Hardiman/Special for The Republic

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

A ball girl holds her nose during the match between Phoenix Rising FC and Las Vegas Lights FC at Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 in Tempe, Arizona.
Billy Hardiman/Special for The Republic

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Phoenix Rising's head coach Patrice Carteron walks back to the bench before the start of a game against Sacramento at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Phoenix Rising's head coach Patrice Carteron walks back to the bench before the start of a game against Sacramento at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising's head coach Patrice Carteron looks at his other coaches before the start against Sacramento at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Phoenix Rising's head coach Patrice Carteron looks at his other coaches before the start against Sacramento at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018.
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The Red Fury in the stands at the Phoenix Rising vs. Sacramento Republic game at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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The Red Fury in the stands at the Phoenix Rising vs. Sacramento Republic game at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising's Didier Drogba protests a goal being taken away after a mad scramble and collision near the net against Sacramento in the first half at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Phoenix Rising's Didier Drogba protests a goal being taken away after a mad scramble and collision near the net against Sacramento in the first half at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising's Didier Drogba (11) shoots a rebound off his penalty but cannot score against Sacramento during the first half at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Phoenix Rising's Didier Drogba (11) shoots a rebound off his penalty but cannot score against Sacramento during the first half at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising's Didier Drogba (11) (Red) prepares to take to the pitch at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Phoenix Rising's Didier Drogba (11) (Red) prepares to take to the pitch at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018.
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Fans arrive in the sunset to watch Phoenix Rising play Sacramento at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Fans arrive in the sunset to watch Phoenix Rising play Sacramento at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising's Didier Drogba holds up a jersey celebrating his 500th game of his career before the start against Sacramento Republic at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Phoenix Rising's Didier Drogba holds up a jersey celebrating his 500th game of his career before the start against Sacramento Republic at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising's Didier Drogba holds up a jersey celebrating his 500th game of his career before the start against Sacramento Republic at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Phoenix Rising's Didier Drogba holds up a jersey celebrating his 500th game of his career before the start against Sacramento Republic at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018.
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Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Phoenix Rising fans protest a goal being taken away after a mad scramble and collision near the net against Sacramento in the first half at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Phoenix Rising fans protest a goal being taken away after a mad scramble and collision near the net against Sacramento in the first half at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising fans protest a goal being taken away after a mad scramble and collision near the net against Sacramento in the first half at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

Photos: Phoenix Rising FC – 2018 season

Phoenix Rising fans protest a goal being taken away after a mad scramble and collision near the net against Sacramento in the first half at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on May 19, 2018.
Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

Gladson Awadko (10) of Phoenix Rising FC reacts during the game against Oklahoma City Energy FC at Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex on Saturday, March 24, 2018 in Tempe, Arizona. Billy Hardiman, Billy Hardiman/for The Republic

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Gladson Awadko (10) of Phoenix Rising FC reacts during the game against Oklahoma City Energy FC at Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex on Saturday, March 24, 2018 in Tempe, Arizona.
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Head coach Steve Cooke of Oklahoma City Energy FC during the game against Phoenix Rising FC at Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex on Saturday, March 24, 2018 in Tempe, Arizona. Billy Hardiman/Special for azcentral sports

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Head coach Steve Cooke of Oklahoma City Energy FC during the game against Phoenix Rising FC at Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex on Saturday, March 24, 2018 in Tempe, Arizona.
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Fans celebrate a goal by Phoenix Rising FC during their game against Oklahoma City Energy FC at Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex on Saturday, March 24, 2018 in Tempe, Arizona. Billy Hardiman/Special for azcentral sports

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Fans celebrate a goal by Phoenix Rising FC during their game against Oklahoma City Energy FC at Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex on Saturday, March 24, 2018 in Tempe, Arizona.
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Joy He, age 6, celebrates a goal by Phoenix Rising FC during their game against Oklahoma City Energy FC at Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex on Saturday, March 24, 2018 in Tempe, Arizona. Billy Hardiman/Special for azcentral sports

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Joy He, age 6, celebrates a goal by Phoenix Rising FC during their game against Oklahoma City Energy FC at Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex on Saturday, March 24, 2018 in Tempe, Arizona.
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Phoenix Rising's Didier Drogba yells out to his teammates during the first half against Real Monarchs at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Phoenix Rising's Didier Drogba yells out to his teammates during the first half against Real Monarchs at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising's head coach Patrice Carteron watches the team play at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Phoenix Rising's head coach Patrice Carteron watches the team play at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising's Amadou Dia (13) and Real Monarchs' Sebastian Velasquez (55) fight for a loose ball during the first half against Real Monarchs at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Phoenix Rising's Amadou Dia (13) and Real Monarchs' Sebastian Velasquez (55) fight for a loose ball during the first half against Real Monarchs at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising's Kody Wakasa (3) and Real Monarchs' Sebastian Velasquez (55) fight for a loose ball during the first half against Real Monarchs at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Phoenix Rising's Kody Wakasa (3) and Real Monarchs' Sebastian Velasquez (55) fight for a loose ball during the first half against Real Monarchs at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising's Amadou Dia (13) and Real Monarchs' Sebastian Velasquez (55) fight for a loose ball during the first half against Real Monarchs at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Phoenix Rising's Amadou Dia (13) and Real Monarchs' Sebastian Velasquez (55) fight for a loose ball during the first half against Real Monarchs at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising's Gladson Awako is pulled down by Real Monarchs' Sebastian Velasquez (55) during the first half against Real Monarchs at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Phoenix Rising's Gladson Awako is pulled down by Real Monarchs' Sebastian Velasquez (55) during the first half against Real Monarchs at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018.
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Phoenix Rising's Gladson Awako is pulled down by Real Monarchs' Sebastian Velasquez (55) during the first half against Real Monarchs at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018. Patrick Breen/azcentral sports

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Phoenix Rising's Gladson Awako is pulled down by Real Monarchs' Sebastian Velasquez (55) during the first half against Real Monarchs at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Ariz. on April 7, 2018.
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Fans cheer on the Rising on June 29, 2018, during Phoenix Rising FC's 1-0 win against the Orange County Soccer Club at the Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex in Tempe, Arizona.(Photo: Brian Munoz / The Republic)